• Job Description

  Req#: 2989

  Environmental Scientist I - Wetlands Division (Permitting - Port Tampa Bay, MWP, & FDEP ERP)

  $21.22 - $33.96 Hourly
  $44,137.60 - $70,636.80 Yearly
  

  JOB OVERVIEW

  Performs entry level professional and technical duties in an environmental laboratory or in the field. Performs other associated activities involving a variety of functions related to environmental and water resource programs.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  Bachelor's degree in a Natural Science; and Possession of a valid Driver's License.

  Or

  An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted below.

  CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of our customers and provide the highest standards of service.

  • Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.

  • Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.

  • Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

  JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

  • Working knowledge of laboratory analysis methods and procedures.

  • Working knowledge of environmental pollutants sampling and testing.

  • Working knowledge of Federal, State, and local environmental control and mitigation laws and regulations.

  • Skill in the use and operation of laboratory equipment.

  • Ability to use a computer and related software.

  • Ability to interpret chemical laboratory test results.

  • Ability to work effectively with others.

  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

  
  REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

  Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below.

  • Conducts reviews of marine construction permit applications and associated plan sets in order to determine adherence to applicable regulations, including the EPC Basis of Review for Authorization of Activities Pursuant to Chapter 1-11, the Port Tampa Bay Submerged Lands Management Rules, 62-330 F.A.C., and the U.S. Amry Corps of Engineers State Programmatic General Permit (SPGP) permit instrument.
  • Performs site inspections during and after the review process and maintains a detailed report of onsite conditions.
  • Maintains a detailed review file for every project.
  • Performs reviews of both historic and current aerial imagery.
  • Conducts regular updates of permitting databases.
  • Assists citizens and contractors with modifying proposals to meet regulatory criteria and avoid environmental impacts by providing guidance and feedback.
  • Drafts formal documents including permits, notices, and requests for additional information.
  • Research prior permit documents.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

  
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds.
  • Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.

  This classification description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of the duties associated with a particular position. Management may require incumbents to perform job duties other than those contained in this document at any time.

  EPC is an alcohol and drug-free work environment. Employees may be required to take drug and alcohol tests (e.g. - post-accident or reasonable suspicion). EPC and Hillsborough County follow the guidelines for both Federal and State laws for the testing of drugs including marijuana or the presence of THC. If an employee tests positive for THC or marijuana, the test will be considered a positive drug test even if an employee uses cannabidiol (CBD) products and/or has a medical marijuana card.

• About the company

  Hillsborough County is a county located in the west central portion of the US state of Florida.

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